Day one fishing in the river. Fishing in the river is a whole lot harder than fishing in a pond. The water steady moving and your line being pulled with the current. It took me a while to realized when the fish were actually biting. Day one my husband caught some, me no such luck. Day two bits, still no fish for me and at this point I didn't think river fishing was right for me. I had to stick it out longer, because I love to fish. Day 3 I get off work and we head to the river. Feeling a little discouraged, sitting in the boat it happens.....

The line is tight, oh my it's a big one. I'm reeling in and notice how the strong current makes pulling that fish in even better. It at the top of the water, what is it? It's big, it's a catfish, and dang it! it got off:( Yes, I was sad. Upset, but feeling better about at least having that pull and seeing it made me feel better.

After a while we change locations and there's rocks along the side of the water. I feel a hard jerk. This time a 22inch Striped Bass make his way into the boat. After looking my catch over we release him and I have river fishing fever. I already had fishing fever... to be continued

I'm going to tell Y'all some fishing tales some so funny & some scary, just thing I've seen, did, loved, & hated. Oh and a few pics along the way. I'll be spacing them out but, will link them on my side bar. I hope y'all will like stories like the couch potatoe gator, your butt is wide "I think your pregnant", snake in a tree, that's no man in a boat it's a pregnant women, on and on.

We got a boat back in 2006, my husband had us up at the crack of day light the next day to try it out. I had never been in a boat at the river. I had been to ponds in a boat. We didn't have no boat trailer so he puts the 12 ft boat in the back of the truck and lays the 5 hp motor in side it. We unload and head out, it's beautiful early in the morning when there is a April Chill in the air, foam floating on the water, and nature waking for the day. It makes you feel refreshed, at peace, and alive.

See then we did not have children, we were free to run up and down the river. Daylight til dark except on work days. I'm hoping my children will enjoy the simple beauty of the river and breathing fresh air, the birds singing, the sun rising on the water and I could go on and on. I say women get in a boat and take it in.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Win BrightStarts InGenuity Playard at Mom's Balancing Act This giveaway will end March 31st and is open to the US Only! I think today is last day to enter for Cool Baby Kids giveaway, so if you haven't enter get over there too.

What Kids Say:) Just gotta love it. He's 3 where does he get this stuff.

*My husband tells my son pick up his toys or he is going to give them to the little boy down the road. My son, says he is my friend, and he may choke on them, and we don't want him to get hurt. (there is no little boy down the road)

*I told my son I bought him some new shirts. He said "so I can go to town, see the girls, get sugar, and break their hearts." (He didn't hear it here)

*Told the baby I'm going to send you to the zoo, big brother speaks up "no the animals will eat him." too sweet!

Friday, March 26, 2010

Please for give me I'm so bad at awards and tags and things. Seems I can barely find the time eat lunch, between life:)oh and today I had to shoot a snake during lunch. It keep striking at my dog, lucky I'm southern and know my way around a gun. Yeah it gets crazy sometimes.

All that said, this one is for you Lisa @ All That and Box of Rocks because your photo touched my heart. I've added the 10th picture off my camera, because I just cleaned my computer of 8,000 photos:)

The story is I wanted to capture a photo of Matt in a hand me down outfit of CC's. To add side by side how much they favor in looks at that age.

Here are the rules:

1. Open your 1st Photo folder.2. Scroll to the 10th photo.3. Post the photo and the story behind it.4. Tag 5 or more people

Thursday, March 25, 2010

IN THE WORDS OF OUR WONDERFUL HOSTS:Welcome to a SPECIAL edition of Friday Follow celebration hosted by One 2 Try, Hearts Make Families and Midday Escapades! We invite you to join us every Friday to get more blog followers and to follow other interesting blogs. It is all about sharing and having fun.

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Tuesday, March 23, 2010

I want to give a huge Congrats!! to Bob Boyle the creator of Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! for his newest achievement and venture. Bob Boyle author/illustrator of the children's book, Hugo and the Really, Really, Really Long String available today.

Monday, March 22, 2010

Do you love jewelry? Then your going to love Fantasy Jewelry Box . A selection of rings, necklace & pendants, bracelets, earrings, and more. What a selection with affordable jewelry!! Prices to meet any one's budget:)

Celebrity Inspired Jewelry is a hot ticket item at Fantasy Jewelry Box. Get your favorite celebrity necklace or earrings, with out the heavy price tag.

I had the opportunity to review the Helena's Designer Inspired Sterling Silver CZ Heart Bracelet I must say I was super shocked at the speedy delivery, no dragging around in shipping. The product is beautiful and has quality construction, plenty of style, and class. I suggest Fantasy Jewelry Box to my friends and will be back to indulge in some beautiful pieces for myself.

RULES:
Contest closes 11:59 Est. April 7, 2010
Open Internationally & winner has 48 hrs to respond to my email
Leave your email in to post or available in profile, I will not search for it
MUST complete Mandatory Entry. Winner will be chosen by random org. Entries that does not follow the rules will not win.

Thanks to Fantasy Jewelry Box for sponsoring this giveaway for $35.00 certificate.
The first mandatory entry is to visit Fantasy Jewelry Box and tell me what you will purchase with link to the product you would like.

Saturday, March 20, 2010

Colorado, Tennessee, Florida, Arizona, Minnesota, and Texas are already advertising on school buses. City Public Transportation Buses display ads but, does it make them unsafe. I believe maybe research on accidents from Ad versus Non Ad transportation.

Without precise statics I would say go for it!! For years advertising on the scoreboards and walls at school, this is just another step into the world today. For years they have been putting their feet in a little deeper, at the pool.

Ad's are everywhere and even down to the shoes your child wears, your shirt, and even your car. You advertise the maker of the vehicle driving down the road. I would suggest censored ads, no beer, alcohol, cigarettes, gambling etc. which I'm sure they already have. To read more of this story please visit: Yahoo News http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100319/ap_on_bi_ge/us_school_bus_ads

Friday, March 19, 2010

IN THE WORDS OF OUR WONDERFUL HOSTS:Welcome to a SPECIAL edition of Friday Follow celebration hosted by One 2 Try, Hearts Make Families and Midday Escapades! We invite you to join us every Friday to get more blog followers and to follow other interesting blogs. It is all about sharing and having fun.

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Monday, March 15, 2010

I guess you could say I’m relatively new to the Mommy Blogging world. I started here at Stork Craft 10 months ago with the initiative to ‘help Stork Craft get noticed online’. I thought to myself ‘wow, this should be easy’. Boy was I wrong! The challenges of Social Media span way past just simply getting noticed. I quickly realized that as a large company, we need to not just push our products to Mommies online, but to personally interact with our current and potential future customers. Simply posting on Twitter ‘Please buy this crib’ will just push people away, so I’ve made it a more fun, casual experience and I think that has helped a lot.

Stork Craft is one of the world’s largest juvenile furniture manufacturers and distributors in the world. This is why I thought it was important for people to meet the faces behind the company. I have done several blog posts about the people who work here and their interests, as well as a picture to show you that we are indeed real people who care! We not only have great products but we have good people who work here too. Now for those of you who are in the market for a crib, change table, glider or any other juvenile furniture product, here are my favorites from our own Stork Craft brand:

Saturday, March 13, 2010

I think a Easter Coloring Contest at Networking Witches is a wonderful idea. It gives the kids a chance to be kids, have fun, & let creativity flow.......even sometimes when it flows on to my walls. That's part of the good times and memories too.

Today, I realized this was the first time my kids had colored together CC just turned 3 & Matt 8 months. A wonderful memory even if Matt tried to eat the crayons. They shared a brother moment. Thanks Networking Witches!!

If you would like to participate visit Networking Witches to find out how.

I don't have any piercing so, when I buy jewelry sets, the earrings are no good to me. I give them away.

So if you would like to win this pair of earrings, open to US & Canada.

RULES:
Contest closes 11:59 Est. April 13, 2010
Winner chosen using Random.org and winner has 48 hrs to respond to my email. Leave your email in to post or available in profile, I will not search for it MUST complete Mandatory Entry

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Why did I chose Pyrex® glassware out of the endless merchandise at CSN Stores? Every home cooks and eats, so why not use cookware that has stood the test of time and it has a wonderful history & story. Pyrex® glassware is vital necessity that can be uses almost anywhere from dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, oven, and microwave. Pyrex helps moms save time preparing meals ahead, shape and size options, and saving money with affordable versatile products.

What I personally love about Pyrex glassware is it will not rust, it is durable, easy to clean, food is more presentable and the overall cost to purchase. By properly using glassware it can have a long life span.

How I found my experience with CSN Stores. The website itself is very large as can be expected with 200+ stores, but relatively easy to navigate. Shipping was fast. I was greeted with warm respectful & timely communication, and customer service conduct was professional.

So Thank You CSN Stores for this fantastic product to review, these cinnamon rolls turned delightful.

Disclosure: CSN Stores provided me with Pyrex 5 Piece Bakeware Set in order to try & form my opinion on merchandise & company. No other compensation was received, and opinions are my own.

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Blogging since 2008. Family of 5, I'm married & have two sons. 7 year & 5yr old, they keep me very busy. Taking care of my mom a lung cancer survivor 2012. Our dog Pep the Bulldog darts in every chance he gets :)
I live in the south and I love to fish, campout, visiting the beach, homecooking, comfort, and enjoying life. My family enjoys giving our honest feedback about products.
Contact me at mccujennifer@gmail.com